Our final walk of the season was a bright, breezy autumnal stroll around Radley Lakes. We were delighted to see a rainbow as well as a variety of wildlife including a heron and a great crested grebe. Tea and cake were enjoyed at Peachcroft Farm Café. Our monthly walks will Read more
The Women’s Institute (WI) is the largest women’s voluntary organisation in the UK with about 170,000 members. The WI gives members the opportunity to learn something they didn’t know or couldn’t do before. It gives the opportunity to make new friends, share interests, learn new skills and have fun. The Read more
There is full information about our current programme under the heading of WHAT’S ON on the home page, just click on the menu option Programme of Monthly Meetings. But if you are looking for basic details of what’s coming up for the year between May 2026 and April 2027, here Read more
Some members of Abingdon Fitzharrys WI thought it wise to don aprons when taking part in a seasonal workshop involving all things leaf, led by member Mary and her team of helpers. Lots of autumn leaves were available for members to create art using a number of techniques. Participants drew Read more
October 2026. Golly how time flies! We are delighted to welcome Suzanne as a new member this month. Hopefully you have had a good browse through the Christmas menu from “The Merry Miller‘’ and will want to join us for the Christmas lunch on Wednesday 2nd December. Payment is due Read more
The walking group met up in the town centre on Sunday afternoon and walked along Park Road, past Abingdon School, to Albert Park. They walked around the park and admired all the many varieties of trees and shrubs, some of which looked as if they had been suffering from the Read more
A wonderful visit to Friars Court was enjoyed by some of our members. The charming owner Charles Willmer showed us around the beautiful grounds and gardens. He also cooked some delicious scones and cake for our tea – they were much appreciated by everyone.
September 2026 It’s raining at last! August was a busy month with the garden party and a visit to Aston Pottery. Luckily the weather gods were kind to us yet again. The garden party and the biggest raffle ever, with lots of tea and cake was much enjoyed by all. Read more
Fifteen members of Abingdon Fitzharrys WI went to Aston Pottery on a bright, sunny day last week. The borders were looking glorious and a lot of time was spent wandering along them and admiring the vivid colours and the clever planting, with much discussion on plant names and varieties. Then Read more
Abingdon Fitzharrys’ annual garden party took place this week amid worries that it might be uncomfortably hot. Luckily the day dawned warm and sunny but the temperature was not overwhelming and there were plenty of shady spots in Trine’s delightful garden. Of course there was tea and cake and other Read more